Darling Beach House! Private enclosed patio with barbeque. Between bay & ocean!
Location: Mission Beach, San Diego County, California, USA (Southern California)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: 2 bedroom cottage
Darling beach cottage on the bay side on Island Court - 6 houses in from the bay shore. Great location in Mission Beach - in the center of it all, yet quiet! Located between the bay and Pacific Ocean! Just steps to both! Once you park your car here, you need not drive anywhere! Close to Belmont Park Roller Coaster & Plunge, beach eateries & pubs, & fine dining right on the ocean! Very close to the many beach shops - souvenier, bikini shops and beach novelities! Take a walk to the Crystal Pier, ride on the Bahia Belle around the bay or take the family to Sea World and the world famous San Diego Zoo. A short drive to San Diego's Downtown Gaslamp District and Little Italy's fine restaurants.
Perfect for family with kids or a couple who wants a romantic get-a-way. This beach house has all the conveniences of home - very family friendly! This single story, 800+ square foot home is truly a darling beach cottage. Built in 1938, with the charm of an older home; hardwood floors and tile. Close to all yet very quiet with dual-paned windows. Full bath with bathtub. Each bedroom has a queen bed and ceiling fan. There is also a single roll-away bed. We now have a port-a-crib for infants and stroller! Living Room has 2 futons (double sized)for extra sleepers. Garage for parking (one car) and a washer/dryer for your convenience. 8 Bikes all sizes, boogie boards, surf boards, beach chairs, videos for the kids. Large enclosed, private patio area with outdoor furniture (seats 10), umbrella and BBQ where you can enjoy the nightly fireworks by the bay(time & weather permitting), compliments of Sea World!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Washer/Dryer in garage. Free use!
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage : Garage fits one car comfortably.
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : 2 Queen Beds!
- Twin/Single Bed : A "roll-away" twin bed can be set up for extra sleeper.
- Convertible Bed : 2 futons in living room convert to double sized beds for extra sleepers.
- Crib : We now provide a "port-a-crib"!
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Charcoal provided!
- Deck/Patio : Patio area has 2 outdoor tables, seats over 10!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : Free longs distance anywhere USA or Canada!
- Broadband Internet : Bring your lap top!
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Kitchen amenities, stove & oven, refrigerator (no ice maker), cooking utensils, coffee maker, 4-slice toaster, blender, can opener, dishes, glasses, silverware, coffee mugs, pots, pans, paper towels, dish soap, Linens provided including extra towls for the beach, washer & dryer (in garage), bikes - all sizes! high speed internet, house phone, (free calls to anywhere in USA and Canada!,) No Smoking please, If you have any special needs, let me know, I will try to provide and accommodate!, So whether you want to swim, surf, sightsee, dine, bike, people watch, sunbathe, stroll along the boardwalk, relax, read a book, or write a novel, this is the retreat cottage for you!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Please call on this.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Other Activities
- Amusement Parks (Belmont Park Roller Coaster!). "The Plunge" indoor swimming pool. SEA WORLD is minutes away! Crystal Pier for fishing!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Fall/Winter/Spring: $148/night(4 night min). $40 higher/night for a 3 night stay.
Off season may be booked anytime during week.
PEAK SUMMER : $1650/week. May 29 - June/July/Aug/-Sept.11. Sat to Sat only.
June may be booked with a 3 night minimum @ $235/night.
Monthly rate: $99/night(off peak). Holiday Rates $188/night (off peak summer)
View "Comments from previous guests above!" Click on calendar for availability
Deposit $275.00 due ASAP to reserve. Rent due one month prior to arrival.
Lodging Tax @10.5%.Check-in:2:00 PM,Check-out:10:00 AM. Rates include cleaning
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Property Photos
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- Darling Beach House! Private enclosed patio with barbeque. Between bay & ocean! - San Diego/Mission Beach, CA-California Beach House Retreat
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- Front courtyard leads to walk way to the bay side. - San Diego/Mission Beach, CA-California Beach House Retreat
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- Welcome to CASA SOFIA.! Cozy entrance, living room area leads to kitchen. - San Diego/Mission Beach, CA-California Beach House Retreat
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- All the cooking amenities, spices and center island for the gourmet cook!
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- First bedroom with a Queen Size Bed looks out to sunny courtyard.
Traveler Reviews (45)
COZY BEACH RENTAL!
Guest: Diana
(San Diego)
Date of Stay: 08/26/11
Review Submitted: 10/27/11
My family and I stayed at Casa Sophia in August, 2011. Although we live in San Diego, we wanted to stay at the beach for the weekend and really enjoy the beautiful weather, soaking in the sunshine and sand. We did just that at Casa Sophia! It is a cute and cozy place...with a fun kitchen to cook together. There is plenty of seating outside to have a good barbecue! By day we soaked in the rays at the bay just a few feet away. Our friends joined us with their kayaks and we went kayaking all around Mission Bay. We then rented some bikes (Bike rentals are all around Mission Bay and Casa Sophia has some also) and took a long bike ride on the bike path surrounding the bay. Fantastic! By night, we built a fire in the fire pit that Casa Sophia had in the yard and made Somores! We slept well as there are plenty of beds. We had a very enjoyable weekend!! Thank you Emma and Tony!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children.
Great location, do not go if you want a clean or neat house!
Guest: Family of 4
(Colorado)
Date of Stay: 08/01/11
Review Submitted: 09/08/11
I have to write a review, because after reading all the 5 star ratings were were shocked at the actual condition of the home. We spent a week at Casa Sofia in August 2011. The house was in a great location. Garage was wonderful and Emma was a very pleasant host to deal with. The problem I had was the cleanliness and clutter in the home. It was more suited for a group of college kids than our family of 4. An example is a crunchy, faded/stained bath rug and grime in all the corners of the bathroom. I almost puked when I saw the old caked food on the gas grill that didn't even work. The kitchen is packed with things you don't need. Spices, old food, 15 mis-matched spoons most of which have been eaten by a garbage disposal. I bet this was once a nice home, but I'm guessing hasn't been kept up much at all for years and the renting has taken it's toll. I would recommend to the owners to paint every room, throw out everything in the kitchen and spend $600 at target on new plates/napkins/sheets/towels. Get some decent tvs that work, buy some futons that aren't broken and hire a cleaning service to remove the dust and grime instead of fooling yourself into thinking your cleaning sufficiently yourself. So if you're looking for a place to be super close to the beach & bay with free parking and a garage full of used beach toys this is your place. If you plan to eat, watch tv or hang out at the house and you are over the age of 25 spend the extra money and stay somewhere else.
Recommended for:Pet owners.
Reconsider
Guest: Arizonagirl
(Oro Valley)
Date of Stay: 06/17/11
Review Submitted: 08/04/11
We stayed at Casa Sofia this past June and found the neighborhood to be very nice. Unfortunately, the house itself was not what we expected. The house is old and unkempt along with everything inside and out. Kitchen and bathroom were filthy. Would not recommend this property.
Owner response:Please check out all previous guest comments(since 2004). Our beach cottage is an original older beach cottage (1930's) and is not modern like some of the condos/houses in the area. We welcome couples, families, children and their pets and it is very laid back and lived in and our rental rates are affordable.
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Memorial Weekend 2010
Guest: Rob and Michelle
(Denver, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 05/26/10
Review Submitted: 10/05/10
We celebrated our 5th Anniversary at Casa Sofia with our French Bulldog Zeke during the Memorial weekend. The house was very comfortable, clean, and the neighborhood was quiet considering its proximity to the shore. We had the pleasure of meeting Tony Sofia during our stay. He was friendly and offered lots of recommendations on activities in the area and the best routes to take. Our only disappointment had nothing to do with the beach house, but rather with Mission Beach. We were pretty bummed to discover that dogs are not welcome on the boardwork during the day. We came down from Venice Beach and really enjoyed our mid days walk with Zeke there. On the upside, there is a ten minute drive to a dog park which is pretty entertaining!! As a result of our experience, we highly recommend Casa Sofia Beach House Retreat to anyone looking for a nice and relaxing vacation in Mission Beach.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Guest: Sue110
(Arizona)
Date of Stay: 08/02/09
Review Submitted: 08/02/09
What a wonderful vacation. Our family loves Mission Beach and staying at Casa Sofia was wonderful. Plenty of bikes and water toys to keep everyone busy, thank you. Our special needs son learned to ride a bike while he was there. The area was beautiful and everyone was so friendly. We had a great time and hope to be back next year!
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Guest: LeeAnn Bates
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Date of Stay: 02/20/09
Review Submitted: 02/20/09
6 girlfriends who grew up together in Hawaii met for a reunion/baby shower at Casa Sofia. It was just perfect for us! Bayside bikerides, beachwalks and just a minute away from casual restaurants made it the ultimate gathering place for the weekend. The neighbors were of all ages and VERY friendly. Parking was a bit troublesome with more than one vehicle but it was a minor issue in general. I highly recommend Casa Sofia to any family or small group of friends needing a comfy yet trendy and fun place to stay in San Diego!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/29/08
Review Submitted: 09/29/08
A lovely beach house with all the little things you need to have. Clean with a gracious host. The bicycles were a real treat, I rode everyday along the bay and ocean. 4 fit comfortably, 7 was tight.
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Guest: Stephanie Slater
(Gilbert, AZ)
Date of Stay: 08/12/08
Review Submitted: 08/12/08
Casa Sofia was perfect for our family! The house was just the right size with great access to the beach and the bay. We made great use of the patio with the enclosed area for the kids, the barbeque, and tables and chairs for meals. Casa Sofia also had all the beach toys and accessories that we needed. Thank you Emma and Tony - we'll definitely be back!
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Guest: Nancy, Kim, Chris,Allison Elliott
(Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 06/21/08
Review Submitted: 06/21/08
Our time at the CASA SOFIA Beach House was a perfect get away for our family for Spring Break this past year. The home was very comfortable for us and our college age kids. So close to everything: beach, bay, restaurants! We had great fun riding your bikes! Thanks for the great hospitality!
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Guest: Lynette & Dan Molloy
(San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/08
Review Submitted: 05/01/08
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! Great spot as its conveniently located close to the beaches, parks etc. We had all the amenties we needed - and more! The folder with directions to various attractions came in handy and was a great touch! Perfect for a young family like ours - we'll definitely be visiting again! THANKS YOU
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